PhD in Media Studies

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Rentention Rate

43.4

Diversity

Others:

10%

Others:

20%

Northern Norway:

50%

Rest of Norway:

30%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

EY

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Amazon

Microsoft

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Facebook

Dell

HP

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FAQs

• What facilities and resources are available to research students?
  
  Students benefit from UiT’s library and digital resources, Arctic and indigenous media archives, departmental research groups, interdisciplinary doctoral schools, seminars, workshops, and opportunities for collaboration with international partners and media institutions.
• What funding opportunities are available for research students?
  
  PhD candidates are normally employed as research fellows at UiT. This includes a full salary, social security benefits, and support for research activities. Additional funding is often available for international research stays, conferences, and fieldwork.
• What are the entry requirements for admission?
  
  Applicants must hold a relevant master’s degree (typically in media studies, communication, journalism, cultural studies, or related social sciences/humanities) with strong academic results (equivalent to a B or better on the Norwegian scale). A clear and detailed research proposal aligned with faculty expertise is required.
• What research areas are available within this programme?
  
  Research areas include media and communication theory, journalism studies, indigenous and Arctic media, digital media and culture, political communication, media and democracy, social media and public discourse, visual culture, film and television studies, media history, media policy and regulation, and global and comparative media studies.
• What is the duration of the PhD in Media Studies at UiT?
  
  The PhD normally takes 3 years of full-time study. With teaching or administrative duties, it may extend to 4 years.